Section 13 Statutory integration: survey and approval
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Section 13 Statutory integration: survey and approval

Parent topic: Chapter 1 Air Lubrication System Guidance Notes

13.1 General

13.1.1 The below details have been provided as guidance only. The Flag State Administration or nominated RO should be consulted for all applicable information and regulations.

13.1.2 All modifications to the hull, equipment and machinery should be carried out to the satisfaction of the Flag State Administration or nominated RO.

13.2 Survey, inspection, testing and trials

13.2.1 The installation plan should include approved/reviewed drawings, equipment certificates (if necessary), cable penetration certificates and any other certification requested by the Flag State Administration.

13.2.2 When necessary, procedures for demonstrating adequate structural integrity to modified tanks and watertight boundaries should be presented and the testing witnessed.

13.2.3 A speed trial for the EEDI should be attended by the Flag State Administration. The trial will need to be conducted in accordance with the agreed speed trial plan. It should be noted that any discrepancies such as missing or erroneous data, or misconduct, such as course drift or course rotation may invalidate the results of the speed trial.

13.3 Applicable references

13.3.1 The following statutory convention references are applicable:
13.3.2 IMO Guidelines for calculation of, and survey and certification of, the EEDI:
13.3.3 Applicable IACS Procedural Requirement to be noted:
  • No.38 - Procedure for calculation and verification of the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI).

13.4 Potential deliverables

13.4.1 The following information is to be delivered, if necessary:
  • Revised International Energy Efficiency Certificate; and
  • (if applicable) Revised Load line Certificate and Load line Condition of Assignment.
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